Joanne Croom
Rutherglen,VIC
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Director and Early Childhood Teacher at Goodstart Early Learning, skilled in staff management and play-based learning. Excelled in fostering collaborative environments, enhancing educator skills through professional development, and establishing strong parental relationships. Proven track record in strategic planning and classroom management, significantly contributing to a high-quality educational setting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director
Goodstart Early Learning
03.2022 - Current
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Led professional development workshops on topics such as key educator relationships and RIE
- Supported Director during the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain high-quality teaching staff.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Early Childhood Teacher
Goodstart Early Learning
02.2012 - Current
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Planned, implemented and evaluated curriculums using EYLF, EYLF v.2, and ACECQA developmental milestones
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in early childhood education.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environments for children aged 0-6 years.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, conducting regular communication to keep them informed about their child's progress and school events.
Education
Bachelor in Education - Early Childhood & Primary
Charles Sturt University
Albury, NSW12-2011
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Play-based learning
- Classroom management
- Key educator relationships instruction
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Assistant Director
Goodstart Early Learning
03.2022 - Current
Early Childhood Teacher
Goodstart Early Learning
02.2012 - Current
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Bachelor in Education - Early Childhood & Primary
Charles Sturt University
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